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Summary and Comment: The Autopsy Report states:
- Cause of death: Gunshot wound of left chest, inhalation of smoke and carbon monoxide due to fire
- Advanced decomposition.
The autopsy does not include an estimate of the time of death.
Summary and Comment: The DOJ Report states:
- Identified Branch Davidians From April 19 Fire … Joseph Martinez died of smoke and carbon monoxide inhalation. His body was found inside the bunker. His body was identified from dental records. He was 8 years old.
Summary and Comment: The Inquest Certificate states:
- Cause of death: Suffocation due to overlay and structural collapse.
This cause of death does not agree with the other two reports, wherein "suffocation" and "structural collapse" are not mentioned.
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